The Rhondda Leader

Rhondda Education Committee. What is Fair Wear and Teap P Schoolmistress' Removal. Penygraig People Object. lhe monthly meeting of the Rhondda Education Committee was held at the Council Chamber, Pentre, on Friday afternoon. The attendance included Councillors Dr. W. E. Thomas (chairman). J. D. Williams, Thos,. Thomas, W. P. Thomas, Rev. J. Lloyd Williams, R. S. Ormiitlis, Thos. George, Ben Davies, Dd. Smith, Dd. Rowlands, L. P. Griffiths, Danl. Evans, D. C. Evans-, E. Jones, Evan Williams, W. T. Davies, W. T. Jones, Thos. Davies, D. R. Jones, to- gether with the Clerk (Mr. W. P. mcholas) and the Director (Mr. T. W. Berry), Removal of Headteacher. A deputation from Penygraig, consist- ing of the Rev. D. O. Jones and the Vicar of Penygraig, attended with reference to the proposed transference of Mrs. Margt. Davies, headmistress of Penygraig (late Dinas) Infants' School to the vacant head- ship at Pontygwaith Infants' School. The Rev. I). C. Jones said that they had been requested by the people of Penygraig to come before the Committee to ask them to kindly defer the question of the removal of Mrs. Davies from Peny- graig. The reason why they asked the Committee to take this step was that Mrs. Davies was the senior mistress, having spent nearly 25 years at the school, and had been instrumental in working the school to such a high state of efficiency as to secure the highest grants. Her home was in the locality, and having spent so many years in the place, she felt it very hard to go to a strange place. He (the speaker) had been told by the old inhabitants that the parents of the pre- sent children had been taught by her, and were deeply attached to her. The Chairman: Will you kindly explain what you mean by the people ? Has there any public meeting been held on the question ? Mr. Jones No, we have had no public meetings on the question. A number of people have approached us, and we were of the opinion that if you would kindly defer this question, we could hold public meetings and obtain the voice of the people. The Chairman: You think there is a general opinion prevailing that Mrs. Davies should not be removed?—Yes. The Chairman But you have not tested it P—No, no; not as far as public meetings are concerned. The Vicar of Penygraig gave expression to similar sentiments. Councillor R. S. Griffiths: Are the deputation under the impression that the school as such will suffer in any way by her removal? Vicar of Penygraig: No, not as far as I know but we believe that the school will do equally as well by allowing the head-teacher to remain. Councillor J. D. Williams: Does the deputation come here in the interests ot Mrs. Davies, or in the interests of the children of the school ? Vicar of Penygraig We have come here in the interests of the people. The Chairman promised the deputation that their request, would be considered, and having thanked the Committee, the deputation withdrew. vVhen the matter arose out of the minutes of the School management Com- mittee later on, Councillor 1. P. Griitiths moved that the paragraph be referred back for further consideration. -There was no doubt, he said, that tnere was a strong, feeling in Penygraig against the removal of lvxrs. Davies from that dis- trict, as evidenced by the arguments adduced by the gentlemen who had attended before them that afternoon. Mrs. Davies had spent 25 years in the neighbourhood, with the exception of a very short time she had resided at IVler- thyV during her father's illness, and it was but natural that she did not cherish the idea of going to a strange-place and making new acquaintances. The Peny- graig people were perfectly satisfied with her capabilities as a headmistress, and the fact that she had taught the parents' of the present children in the school, many years ago, helped considerably in mould- ing the affection of the people for her. It was true that it was based on senti- mental grounds, but' that went a long way. Councillor D. Rowlands seconded. The letter addressed by Mrs. Davies to the Committee was also read, in which she laid emphasis on the progress made in the school during her head-teachorship, adding that- she had refrained from canvassing, believing that her long eon- nection with the school and the excellent progress it had made whilst under her care were sufficient reasons to induce the Committee to reconsider their decision. The matter was eventually referred back to the School Management Com- mitter Celebration of Empire Day. A letter was received from the Earl of Meath (in his own handwriting) asking the Committee to grant, facilities for the celebration of Empire Day (May 24th). The Chairman explained that Empire Day was celebrated last year, and Coun- cillor R. S. Griffiths pointed out that the Board of Education had declined to issue an order to this effect. The request was acceded to. Fair Wear and Tear." The School Management Committee reported having received a letter from the Rev. Father Griffiths, correspondent- manager of the Tonypandy Roman Catholic School, calling attention to certain repairs required to the school conveniences. The Committee recommended that on the understanding that the condition of the conveniences was due to fair wear and tear, the necessary repairs be carried out. Councillor R. S. Griffiths now moved that, the paragraph be referred back to the Committee, and enquiry made as to whether that which was complained of was due to fair wear and tear before the Council accepted liability in the matter. Councillor J. D. Williams objected to this on the ground that it would be very difficult to ascertain as to what the pre- sent condition was due, whilst the Chair- man argued that the matter involved a great principle, and the Minister of Edu- cation had stated that it rested upon local authorities to decide what was fair wear and tear." If they were going to accept these people's demands without making any sort of investigation, they would be simply planking down their cash and let these people do as they liked. Councillor D. C. Evans seconded Mr. Griffiths' proposition. Councillor D. R. Jones strongly opposed this course, saying that he believed that they were responsible for this repair. It was a matter of health, he argued, and the Chairman as a medical man ought to be one of the first to recognise that the nuisance complained of would affect the health of the children. Alderman Mathias and Councillor J. D. Williams concurred, remarking that, the matter should be proceeded with forth- with. Ultimately, on the motion of Councillor D. C. Evans, a committee of five was appointed to ascertain whether the damage was due to fair wear and tear," and if it was found that the Committee was liable in the matter, to proceed with the work at once. Examination of P,T. Candidates. The School Management Committee also reported having received a letter from the Board of Education stating that, sub- ject to the removal of the restriction that Algebra and Geometry should be confined to boys only, the Board of Education could give provisional approval to the f syllabus submitted (without the optional subjects of science and music) for the examination to be held by the Authority in April and May for candidates for pupil teachership in lieu of the Admission Ex- amination conducted by the Board, and that it should be understood that the continuance of this sanction for other years would be matter for further con- sideration. The Director reported that, after con- sultation with the Chairman of the Com- mittee and the Clerk, he had waited upon the Board of Education, and had suc- ceeded in getting the Board to agree that at the forthcoming examination, Algebra and Geometry be made optional subjects of examination for girls. The action of the Chairman and Clerk was confirmed. Various. The headmasters in the service of the Council were invited to apply for the post of headmaster at Ton Boys' School, all applications to be submitted to the School Management Committee at its next meeting. Permission was granted to Miss E. P. Hughesl, Barry, district secretary for Wales of the International Committee of Enquiry on Moral Instruction, to procure information from the head-teachers of the Council's schools as to the various phases of school life bearing upon the moral training: of children. It was resolved to issue a precept upon the overseers for L21,000 to meet the requirements for education for the half- year ending 30th September, 1907. Building Committee. This Committee recommended that an application be made to the Local Govern- ment Board for sanction to borrow £ 2,550 to meet the cost of carrying out the pro- posed improvements at Penygraig Infants' School, the, repayment of the sum to extend over a period of 30 years; The Board of Education wrote, further enquiring as to the overcrowding at Tony- pandy School, stating that it did not appear that the transfer of the children from the infants' to the mixed depart- ment would prove an adequate remedy for the overcrowding, and requesting to know what further steps the Authority proposed to take in the matter. The Director was ordered to report fully upon the matter at the next, meeting of the, Committee. The Board of Education also wrote inquiring as to whether measures adopted for relieving the pressure on the school accommodation at Cymmer had been successful. The Director was ordered to reply that temporary relief had been afforded, and that the Council were doing all in their power to deal with the question of the provision of the additional permanent accommodation required. The report was adopted. Improved Attendance. The General Purposes Committee re- corded its pleasure at the improvement in the attendance returns in March through- out the district of 1.1 per cent, as com- pared with February, and 3.2 per cent. as compared with the corresponding month of last year.

Spring Biliousness. Bile Beans Cure a Common Complaint. To wake up in a morning with a head- ache, a tongue coated with fur," a nauseous tagto in the mouth, and no relish for breakfast is the experience of many just now. Mrs. Lilian Palmer, of 103, Farmer Road, Ley ton, London, E., cured by Bile beans, says: I suffered terribly from biliousness. Morning after morning I awoke with a cruel pain in my head. I never had the least appetite for breakfast. The biliousness brought on dyspepsia. I cried for hours with the "cutting' pain in my chest and stomach. I went to several hospitals, but it was all of no avail. Gradually I became worse. I was compelled to leave several situations because of the dreadful attacks of trembling that used to come over me. I thought there was no hope for me. Then i was urged to try Bile Beans. I did so, and within a short time all my trouble and pain had vanished and I was quite cured. My husband takes Bile Beans for neuralgia. Bile Beans also cured my little girl of yellow jaundice. We would not be without Bile Beans in the house for any- thing." You should never be without your box of Bile Beans, which are invaluable for stomach, liver, and bowel disorders. Price 1/1 i or 2/9 per box.

Shooting Affray at Tonyrefail. Young Haulier Sent to Assizes. William Howells, a young haulier, residing at 15, Brynhenrog Terrace, Tre- hafod, was charged at Porth Police Court on Thursday with shooting with intent to do bodily harm to one Daniel Harries, a schoolboy, of.Castell Uchaf Farm, Tony- refail. It appears that on Easter Monday, about 6.30 in the evening, Harries and another boy named Gibbs were playing on the highway near the railway at Tre- verig, between Tonyrefail and Llantrisant. Howells and a friend named Flowers were at the time returning along the line from a pigeon shooting match at Beddau. When near Treverig Bridge, prisoner is alleged to have addressed the lads as follows: I'll do all right with you, you ——; I'll shoot you." At that instant a shot was fired, and Harries was struck underneath the eye and upon the arm. Gibbs, who was standing near, had also a slight abrasion on the forehead. Harries, who was bleeding, was taken to a doctor by his sister, and was medically treated. Dr. Munro, Tonyrefail, described the wounds, one of which, he said, was about half-an-inch below the eye. The tissue underneath was undermined, and he believed the shot was now out. There was also slight abrasion on the elbow. The Stipendiary: It was a narrow escape for the eye, doctor?-Yes, sir. P.O. Watkins arrested the prisoner at Cymmer on 3rd April, and in reply te the charge, said: "I was carrying Will Flowers' gun up the railway, and I saw two boys laughing at us. I shouted to them, but I doo't remember what I said. I fired the gun, but I didn't know I hit the boys. I had been drinking." continuing, P.C. Watkins said that he examined the coat worn by Harries on Monday evening, and in the right sleeve he found a lead pellet. He also visited the spot indicated by the lad Gibbs where the shooting took place, and found five shots embedded in a post near the rail- way. „ Prisoner, 011 oath, said that a bird new from a tree near where the boys played, and he fired at it. He did not aim at the boys at all. Prisoner was bound over to appear at the Assizes, bail being accepted, himself in £20 and another surety of £20. of =

Sequel to a Pigeon Flying Match. Stakeholder Sued at County Court. Judge's Ruling. A pigeon race arranged between two Porth colliers in February last had its sequel at Porth County Court on Friday last, when Thomas Hopkins was sued by Frank Ashford for the payment of jE5 entrusted to him as a stakeholder in the above match. The claimant said that the match had been arranged between him and a person named Kingsbury for £ 5 a-side. Kings- bury's bird's: destination was Porth, whilst defendant's bird was to fly to Ynyshir, and the former bird was therefore given half a minute's start. At the termination of the match, when the clocks indicating the time the pigeons arrived home were opened at the Rheola. Hotel, Kingsbury's bird was declared the winner, whereupon Ashford raised an objection that he was dissatisfied with the match, and asked Hopkins not to pay the money over. The money was, however, paid. Morris Thomas, Howell James, and Henry House gave corroborative evidence. The defendant, in his defence, said that he was not at the hotel when the clocks were' opened. An objection was raised by the plaintiff against the match, and ho I was asked not to hand over the money. He (witness) consulted the secretary of the Porth Club, who informed him that Kingsbury's bird had won the match in a fair manner. His Honour, in finding for plaintiff for the amount claimed, said that defendant had no right to pay the money over, even if the other side had won the match, as long as an objection had been raised by the loser. Defendant appealed for time to pay the amount, and this was granted.

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